Eating London: The Heart of the City Food Tour with Historic Taverns, Fish Restaurant & Royal Exchange
by London Food Tours by Eating Europe
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This three-hour walking food tour takes place in the heart of the City of London, the historic financial district with origins dating back to Roman times. The route covers about two miles and is led by a local English-speaking guide. The tour begins at a historic pub on one of Britain’s oldest roads, once frequented by the builders of St Paul’s Cathedral. Next, the group visits London’s oldest fish restaurant, established in the 1800s, known for its long-standing reputation and favored by chefs such as Anthony Bourdain, Fergus Henderson, and Jamie Oliver. Along the way, the guide explains the differences between the City of London and greater London while pointing out medieval buildings, historic markets, and Roman ruins. The tour continues to the Royal Exchange Building, home to Buns From Home bakery, which has connections to the City’s history of the sugar and spice trade. After that, participants stop at a former 19th-century bank, now a hotel, bar, and restaurant, notable for its high ceilings and an original safe behind the bar. The next stop is London’s oldest chophouse, dating back to the 1700s and once frequented by Charles Dickens; the original bill from a Dickens party is still preserved there. The walk concludes at a Harry Potter filming location within the City. Included in the tour are insights into the City’s food history, insider tips on local dining, and the opportunity to dine in the favorite tavern of London’s most famous author, with access to his extensive bar bill. Gratuities, hotel transfers, and extra drinks are not included. The tour is suitable for small groups and requires a minimum of two guests.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Smith's Monument
This monument honors Smith’s significant voyages and role in exploration.
Historic Pub on Old British Road
A pub on one of Britain’s oldest roads where the builders of St Paul’s Cathedral once met.
20 min
London’s Oldest Fish Restaurant
Fish restaurant dating to the 1800s, a City institution favored by chefs including Anthony Bourdain, Fergus Henderson, and Jamie Oliver.
20 min
City of London Walk
Walk through the City of London to see medieval buildings, historic markets, and Roman ruins while learning the difference between the City and greater London.
Royal Exchange Building London
Visit Buns From Home bakery inside the Royal Exchange, a success story from the pandemic period tied to the London sugar and spice trade.
10 min
19th Century Bank (Now Hotel/Bar/Restaurant)
Former bank with high ceilings and a real safe behind the bar, now functioning as a hotel, bar, and restaurant.
20 min
London’s Oldest Chophouse
Chophouse dating back to the 1700s, frequented by Charles Dickens, who featured it in A Christmas Carol; the original bill from a Dickens party is still kept here.
20 min
Harry Potter Filming Location
Visit a location used in the first Harry Potter film, situated within the City.
Meeting point
The meeting point is outside St-Mary-Le-Bow church - nearest tube station is St Paul’s in front of the Statue of Cpt. Jhon Smith. Look for the guide with Eating Europe logo.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Eating London: The Heart of the City Food Tour with Historic Taverns, Fish Restaurant & Royal Exchange
by London Food Tours by Eating Europe
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£190Overview
This three-hour walking food tour takes place in the heart of the City of London, the historic financial district with origins dating back to Roman times. The route covers about two miles and is led by a local English-speaking guide. The tour begins at a historic pub on one of Britain’s oldest roads, once frequented by the builders of St Paul’s Cathedral. Next, the group visits London’s oldest fish restaurant, established in the 1800s, known for its long-standing reputation and favored by chefs such as Anthony Bourdain, Fergus Henderson, and Jamie Oliver. Along the way, the guide explains the differences between the City of London and greater London while pointing out medieval buildings, historic markets, and Roman ruins. The tour continues to the Royal Exchange Building, home to Buns From Home bakery, which has connections to the City’s history of the sugar and spice trade. After that, participants stop at a former 19th-century bank, now a hotel, bar, and restaurant, notable for its high ceilings and an original safe behind the bar. The next stop is London’s oldest chophouse, dating back to the 1700s and once frequented by Charles Dickens; the original bill from a Dickens party is still preserved there. The walk concludes at a Harry Potter filming location within the City. Included in the tour are insights into the City’s food history, insider tips on local dining, and the opportunity to dine in the favorite tavern of London’s most famous author, with access to his extensive bar bill. Gratuities, hotel transfers, and extra drinks are not included. The tour is suitable for small groups and requires a minimum of two guests.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Smith's Monument
This monument honors Smith’s significant voyages and role in exploration.
Historic Pub on Old British Road
A pub on one of Britain’s oldest roads where the builders of St Paul’s Cathedral once met.
20 min
London’s Oldest Fish Restaurant
Fish restaurant dating to the 1800s, a City institution favored by chefs including Anthony Bourdain, Fergus Henderson, and Jamie Oliver.
20 min
City of London Walk
Walk through the City of London to see medieval buildings, historic markets, and Roman ruins while learning the difference between the City and greater London.
Royal Exchange Building London
Visit Buns From Home bakery inside the Royal Exchange, a success story from the pandemic period tied to the London sugar and spice trade.
10 min
19th Century Bank (Now Hotel/Bar/Restaurant)
Former bank with high ceilings and a real safe behind the bar, now functioning as a hotel, bar, and restaurant.
20 min
London’s Oldest Chophouse
Chophouse dating back to the 1700s, frequented by Charles Dickens, who featured it in A Christmas Carol; the original bill from a Dickens party is still kept here.
20 min
Harry Potter Filming Location
Visit a location used in the first Harry Potter film, situated within the City.
Meeting point
The meeting point is outside St-Mary-Le-Bow church - nearest tube station is St Paul’s in front of the Statue of Cpt. Jhon Smith. Look for the guide with Eating Europe logo.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.